Crypto exchange WhiteBIT has received authorization from Austria's Financial Market Authority under the EU's MiCA regulation, enabling it to offer regulated crypto services across the European Economic Area with a single license. This approval comes ahead of the July 1 deadline for MiCA transition.
Czechia's coalition government has approved a bill to scrap the current license fee for Czech Television and Czech Radio, moving their funding to the state budget from next year. Critics warn this could lead to budget cuts, layoffs, and political interference, calling it 'cultural vandalism' and a threat to democracy.
Binance's potential rejection for a crypto license in Greece under MiCA has led to speculation about the European Central Bank's informal influence, despite national regulators holding licensing authority. The ECB's stance on stablecoins may be a factor.
Binance can offer crypto trading in the Philippines via BlockShoals, but neither is authorized for peso transfers or other central bank-regulated activities. BlockShoals acts as an intermediary under the SEC's CASP framework, while the BSP clarifies no VASP license is held.
U.S. Commerce Secretary Howard Lutnick has reportedly told ASML executives he fears the Dutch chipmaker's advanced EUV lithography machines may have been sent to China, a potential breach of export controls. ASML denies this, stating no such machine exists in China, while U.S. officials claim to have evidence but have not shared it.
US Commerce Secretary Howard Lutnick has expressed concerns to ASML executives that the Dutch chipmaker's advanced EUV lithography machines may have been sent to China, a potential breach of export controls. ASML denies this, stating no such machine exists in China, while the US Commerce Department claims to have evidence but has not shared it.
Malaysian police arrested 58 individuals and confiscated over MYR 500,000 (USD 124,000) in illicit funds during a crackdown on illegal World Cup gambling. The operation, involving multiple agencies, targeted betting websites and platforms.
Malaysian police arrested 58 individuals and seized over half a million ringgit (US$124,000) in illicit proceeds during a World Cup gambling crackdown. The operation, involving multiple agencies, targets illegal football betting from June 11 to July 19, with 52 raids conducted and 42 websites/apps flagged.
Europe's crypto sector braces for consolidation as the MiCA regulation's transition period ends July 1. Firms need a MiCA license to serve EU users, a process proving complex and costly, potentially leading to fewer, larger, and more tightly supervised entities. Binance's license denial highlights the challenges.
A data breach at a Texas state government department has exposed the driver's license information and passport numbers of over 3 million people. The incident, which affected the Texas Parks & Wildlife department's license system vendor, also included email addresses, phone numbers, and residential addresses.
Marc Isaacs's new film, 'Synthetic Sincerity,' uses a fictional AI lab to explore authenticity. The documentary maker and writer Adam Ganz fabricated the university setting, admitting they haven't licensed Isaacs's work for AI. The film features Uyghur restaurant owner Ablikim Rahman and actress Ilinca Manolache as an AI avatar, questioning the nature of reality and truth in the digital age.
Rodney Burton, a Florida resident, pleaded guilty to operating an unlicensed money-transmitting business linked to the $1.8 billion HyperFund crypto fraud. The scheme promised false returns to thousands of investors globally.
President Trump plans to ask defense companies to produce weapons under license in Europe and Ukraine, as US stocks are depleted from the Iran conflict. He has informed allies he will explore licensing options, including Ukraine's request for Patriot missile production.
Crypto exchange Bybit and its corporate entity Bybit Fintech Limited have been added to Singapore's Monetary Authority (MAS) Investor Alert List. This list warns consumers about entities wrongly perceived as MAS-regulated. Bybit is not licensed by MAS and restricts services to Singaporean users.
SanDisk has released officially licensed PS5 NVMe SSDs, the Optimus GX PRO 850P, in capacities from 1TB to 8TB. The 8TB model costs $2,959.99, significantly higher than comparable Western Digital SSDs due to memory shortages.
G7 leaders agreed to increase weapon and ammunition deliveries to Ukraine, including air defense systems and long-range weapons, following their summit in Evian-les-Bains, France. US President Trump highlighted the US defense industry's role, and some members proposed licensed weapons production in Ukraine.
Crypto exchange CoinMENA has partnered with Standard Chartered in the UAE to enhance fiat payment infrastructure, supporting on- and off-ramps and transaction management. This move aligns with the UAE's growing digital asset sector and increasing institutional participation.
G7 nations intend to manufacture long-range missiles and air defense systems in Ukraine via licensing agreements, according to a diplomatic source cited by AFP. The announcement comes as the G7 Summit concludes in France.
G7 countries agreed to increase air defense and long-range system supplies to Ukraine. They are also open to granting licenses for Ukraine to boost its own military production, according to a joint statement from the summit in France.
HPE is offering free VM Essentials software for up to a year, including migration support, to attract customers dissatisfied with Broadcom's increased VMware pricing. This promotion aims to offer significant cost savings and reduce vendor lock-in.
Binance stated it believes it complies with EU's MiCA regulations, contradicting a Reuters report suggesting Greece's regulator will deny its license application. Losing the license could force Binance to cease operations across the EU.
Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky stated he requested US President Donald Trump's support at the G7 summit for licenses to produce anti-ballistic missile interceptors, including Patriot systems. Trump reportedly reacted positively, though no final decision was made.
The Simpsons franchise has launched a new collaboration with Monopoly Go!, featuring original storylines and animated shorts. This partnership highlights the show's unique ability to adapt across various game genres and maintain relevance through creative involvement from writers and animators.
Il Ministro della Giustizia Carlo Nordio critica la proposta di "patentino antifascista" per gli organizzatori della fiera "Più Libri Più Liberi", ricordando che il Codice penale porta la firma di Mussolini.
